Liatris spicata - 'Kobold' (Gayfeather, Blazing Star)

Type Herbaceous flower, Deciduous
Form Spreading clump
Size Low Border / Edging / Ground Cover Plant (up to 50cm height)
Colours Purple Flowers (Summer late), Medium green Foliage
Care Regular Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Very hardy
Growth Medium Growing Plant
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Plant Strengths: All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Suitable for container growing; Tolerates heavy clay soils.

Plant Weaknesses: Does not produce showy attractive flowers.

Design & Plant Use for Liatris spicata:
  • Ideal for informal cottage garden style planting

Common Missspellings: Leatris, Lyatris, Liatrus

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